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Most memory foam mattress toppers have a service life of just 5 years. After this time, the foam loses its ability to regain shape and gradually begins to sag. Many people change the mattress topper after this period, which means there is a lot of waste in there. Instead of increasing your carbon footprint, what can you do more environmentally? The most optional option is to recycle the foam as it is 100% recyclable. Some manufacturers also take used toppers, so this is another way.
But instead of just throwing them away, I have some unique ideas that will transform your old memory foam topper into something completely new and eco-friendly.
1. Stuffing for toys
Why not? They are an excellent material for filling toys. Cut them into small pieces and use them to stuff your children’s toys. You can also make toys out of them and even sell them on eBay or Etsy!
2. Bean bags
A beanbag can be more convenient by filling half of it with pieces of memory foam. Or you can sew a new bag and fill it completely with pieces of foam for a nice decoration to your living room.
3. Donate
Give them to homeless people or shelters. Many of them don’t have enough beds to accommodate the homeless, donating them would be a good thing for society.
4. Car seat cushions
You can cut the foam and use it as a padding for car seats. They can also be wrapped in fabric or leather and used as a head support.
5. Protectors for wheelchairs
Resize and give them to a person in a wheelchair. They can serve as padding and help a person sit more comfortably.
6. Halloween costume
Your old memory foam topper might come in handy for Halloween. A lot of the costumes require some bulges and it’s a great choice for that.
7. Hardwood chair cushions
Not very comfortable sitting on a hardwood chair? Make some throwaway pillows.
8. Stuffing for pillows
They can be used to make pillows for children and pets. Cut them into small pieces and put them on a pillow.
9. Sponges for washing dishes
We use hundreds of sponges a year. Why not cut the topper into square pieces and use them as dishwashing sponges. It’s so much better than throwing them away.
10. Sell on Craigslist
OK, this is not a DIY project. But I’ve definitely seen people selling and buying old mattress toppers on Craigslist, perhaps for their own DIY projects.
11. Floor cushions
Cut them into large square pieces and cover with a decorative fabric. They will make great floor cushions.
12. Animal bed
I wonder why people often forget this. It’s a great idea to reuse an old overlay. Cut it out and make a lair for your cute pet. Cover it with a waterproof cover, the foam does not come off the pee.
13. Headrest
It is an excellent material to be used as a headboard lining. If you’ve missed a headboard, this is the right time to get one.
14. Use as an outdoor lounger
Use it on a couch in the garden or on the patio.
15. Packing, material handling
They can be used to keep things intact during packing and handling. Vacuum storage bags are a good way to store them until you need them.
16. Gardening Knee Cushion
Gardening is a great hobby, but sowing and weeding can be a little hard on your knees. Your old knee pad will be a great choice for making a homemade knee pad.
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Source by Mejason John